Race Calendar
Please check with the race website for up-to-date information and covid-19 protocols.
January 2022
Run Minnesota Polar Bears
The Run Minnesota Polar Bears are an informal weekly group run that welcomes runners of all paces and abilities. Distances typically range from 3 miles to 10+. Routes will be loosely organized in the spirit of past Polar Bear Runs. Runs are Saturday mornings at 8am throughout the winter. We'll be alternating locations between St. Paul and Minneapolis with some special Running Store Shopping Days mixed in for fun. Bring your own hydration and enjoy a run with a friendly welcoming…
Find out more »Run Minnesota Polar Bears
The Run Minnesota Polar Bears are an informal weekly group run that welcomes runners of all paces and abilities. Distances typically range from 3 miles to 10+. Routes will be loosely organized in the spirit of past Polar Bear Runs. Runs are Saturday mornings at 8am throughout the winter. We'll be alternating locations between St. Paul and Minneapolis with some special Running Store Shopping Days mixed in for fun. Bring your own hydration and enjoy a run with a friendly welcoming…
Find out more »St Paul Winter Carnival Fire and Ice Run/Walk
One of the St Paul Winter Carnival's annual events is now moving from Downtown St Paul to the State Fairgrounds in 2022!
Find out more »February 2022
Half Fast Half
Half marathon, 6.55 or 5k options. Two loop half marathon in Vadnais Heights. Some rolling hills running through neighborhoods. Race starts and finishes at the Vadnais Heights Elementary School. Pancake feed in the school auditorium for awards ceremony. 5 year age groups, 3 deep. All finishers receive a custom molded finisher medal. Shirt option available.
Find out more »Mendota Trail 5k
Fun trail run or snowshoe in Fort Snelling State Park. This event is great for the new or experienced trail runner or snowshoer.
Find out more »Hamel Lions Freeze Your Buns Run
5K Run & Walk. Included with registration: Pancake Breakfast 8:00 AM to 12 PM, "Freeze Your Buns Run" Long Sleeve Shirt. $30.00 Early Entry Fee, must be postmarked by Saturday January 22, 2022. Race Day Entry Fee $35.00, not guaranteed a shirt.
Find out more »March 2022
Wild Timed Fun
Consistency is key. Wild Timed Fun is a run race series designed to test the efficacy of your performance and training through the year. It is 1 race scheduled 3 times per year. Participate in just one race for fun, or participate in all 3 races, compete against yourself, and aim to progressively improve along the way.
Find out more »Irish Scamper 5K
This is a community 5K run in conjunction with the Maple Lake St. Patrick's Day festivities. Sign up at Gopher State Events.
Find out more »Bridgewater Bank Luck O’ The Lake Run
The 10th Annual Bridgewater Bank Luck O' the Lake 5K Fun Run and 1 Mile run will be held on the beautiful streets of downtown Excelsior and through the streets of Greenwood, Saturday, March 19, 2022. You will enjoy the scenic route along the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Finish up with an all day St. Paddy's Day Celebration in Excelsior! The 1 mile starts at 9:00am and the 5k starts at 9:30am.
Find out more »Saint Fennessy 4K
Get your green on and join us for a festive St. Patrick’s Day-themed celebration as the 9th annual Saint Fennessy 4K runs through Hermantown, MN and offers fun for the whole family! The 2.5-mile (4K) distance is suitable for all ages and is perfect for runners or walkers. With the finish line positioned next to Skyline Social & Games in Hermantown, race day is sure to offer endless entertainment, great music, and tasty food and beverages! The Saint Fennessy 4K…
Find out more »Shake Your Shamrock
5k and 7k on the paved trails surrounding the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes. Awards ceremony follows the race at Kelly's Korner Bar in Centerville. 5 year age groups, three deep. All abilities welcome. All athletes receive a custom molded finisher medal. Shirt option available.
Find out more »April 2022
44th Fools Five Road Race
1 Mile and 8k course is certified by USA Track & Field. Certificate # MN18036RR Since 1979 Fools Five Road Race, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has brought people from around the world to Lewiston, Minnesota, to raise funds for cancer research. Noted past runners/guest speakers have been Dick Beardsley, Garry Bjorklund, Carrie Tollefson, Alberto Salazar, Tony Schiller, Sarah Thorsett (Renk), Frank Shorter, Priscilla Welch, Kenechi Udeze, and Gabriele Anderson. Pledges are donated to Gundersen Medical Foundation in LaCrosse, WI, and…
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